Senior Project Manager

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. For more information, visit WPP.com.THE OPPORTUNITYWe are seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager who is equally at home in an executive boardroom, a client-facing workshop, a cross-functional sprint, and a conversation about AI-driven transformation. This is a senior, highly visible role at the intersection of strategy, technology, and delivery — built for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, wears many hats without losing focus, and genuinely believes that the best outcomes happen when smart people are aligned and empowered.You will own and drive the most critical, complex, and high-impact programs across a diverse portfolio — partnering with senior leadership, client stakeholders, global engineering teams, and cross-functional team members to deliver outcomes that move the client's business forward. You will also serve as an organizational champion for AI, helping the team leverage emerging tools and capabilities to work smarter and deliver more value.WHAT YOU WILL DOProgram Leadership & DeliveryDrive end-to-end strategy, execution, and delivery of large-scale, client-critical programs across multiple workstreamsLead program delivery timeline, budgets, and resource plans — keeping everything moving in fast-changing environmentsProactively manage risks, dependencies, escalations, and decisions across cross-functional programsDrive accountability and alignment with senior client leadership on objectives, priorities, milestones, and success metricsJump in wherever needed — from facilitating a working session to unblocking a technical dependency to drafting an executive updateClient & Stakeholder ExcellenceServe as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for executive leadership, clients, and cross-functional teamsDeliver clear, confident, and concise executive communications, status updates, and strategic presentations — tailored to the audienceLead stakeholder alignment sessions, executive reviews, and program governance forums with polish and presenceTranslate complex technical and operational realities into business language that drives decisions, not just awarenessBuild strong, lasting relationships across client stakeholders and internal cross-functional global teamAI Championship & InnovationChampion AI across Project Management day to day activitiesPartner with technical teams to translate AI capabilities into real business value, scalable adoption, and first-in-class deliverablesPromote AI tools, frameworks, and best practices across project team; build internal confidence and fluency where it does not yet existTechnical Fluency & CollaborationBridge the gap between global technical teams and onshore team members, ensuring both sides are heard, aligned, and moving togetherSupport technical problem-solving throughout the program lifecycle without needing to be the hands-on engineerCollaborate closely with engineering, product, and architecture teams on complex integrations, system design decisions, and technical trade-offsDemonstrate working knowledge of modern technology ecosystems like cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), APIs, data pipelines, and digital infrastructureProcess Improvement & Team DevelopmentIdentify and implement opportunities to streamline delivery processes, standardize best practices, and scale what worksChampion automation, efficiency, and continuous improvement across programs and the broader PMO practiceMentor and elevate junior project and program managers — building team capabilities and raising the bar across the organizationDrive lessons learned and retrospective practices that make the next program better than the lastWHAT YOU BRINGRequired10+ years of program/project management experience in complex, technology-driven environmentsProven track record delivering large-scale digital transformation, product, or cross-functional technology initiativesStrong technical fluency — able to engage credibly with engineers and architects while translating outcomes for client audiencesHands-on familiarity with AI/ML concepts, tools, and practical applications in a delivery or operations contextExpertise in Agile, Scrum, Kanban, hybrid, or iterative delivery approaches — and knowing when to use whichExceptional client-facing skills: executive presence, crisp communication, and the ability to build trust quickly under pressureExperience operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments across business, operations, product, and technology teamsPreferredExperience leading AI, data, or digital transformation programs from conception through adoptionRestaurant and hospitality experience is a plusMiro, Microsoft office, slack, confluence, jira/ado experience a plusBackground in software engineering, data science, or technical product managementRelevant certifications: PMP, SAFe, Scrum Master, or equivalentBachelor's degree in Business, Technology, Computer Science, or related fieldYOU WILL THRIVE HERE IFYou are equally comfortable in a client meeting, a technical architecture review, and an executive status call — and you read the room in all threeYou see ambiguity as an opportunity, not an obstacle, and you move forward with clarity even when not everything is definedYou are a natural connector who brings people together, builds trust across silos, and leads with influence rather than authorityYou get energized by complexity, not slowed down by it — and you have a knack for simplifying what others make complicatedYou are genuinely curious about AI and emerging technology, and you have already started experimenting with how it can make your work betterYou are a team player who rolls up your sleeves, covers the gaps, and never drops the ball — no matter whose name is on itHOW SUCCESS IS MEASUREDOn-time, on-budget delivery of high-impact programs with strong stakeholder alignment throughoutMeasurable adoption and business impact of AI-driven initiatives and process improvementsStakeholder and client satisfaction — from frontline teams to executive leadershipContinuous improvement in delivery quality, team efficiency, and PMO practice maturityWHY THIS ROLE MATTERSThis is not a role for someone who wants to manage a checklist. It is for a senior leader who wants to drive transformation — who sees the connection between a well-run program and a client's customer experience, between a disciplined delivery process and a company's ability to grow. If you are the kind of person who brings calm to the chaos, brings clarity to the complex, and brings out the best in the people around you — this role was built for you.Unsure if you check every box? Apply anyway. We'd love to understand your unique background and how your experience could make us even better.Bottle Rocket is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.#LI-DNIWe believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. 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